sshuesmann Reviews

49 reviews across 48 games

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Planet Coaster

Reviewed about 1 month ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
MEDIUM
FPS:
40
Resolution:
1720x1075
Chip:
M3 BASE
Cores:
8 CPU, 10 GPU
RAM:
8 GB

Review Note:

Game plays fine, but thermal throttling is very noticeable after 30 minutes in the game. The framerate is never so bad that it is unplayable. High density parks (with many rides, moving parts, people [roughly 1000+]) cause a lot more lag.

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DAVE THE DIVER

Reviewed about 2 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly on base M3 MBA, 8gb ram. Some slight stuttering if temps get high, but that doesn't happen often. Controllers work perfectly.

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Hoa

Reviewed about 2 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly natively. Gorgeous game. Small glitch - the mouse stays on screen while in-game. I wasn't able to fix it even after restarting the app. Not a huge issue but could be annoying for some.

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The Adventure Pals

Reviewed 2 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works great. The only issue is that controller support is completely broken on Mac. Controllers work via Crossover.

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Mini Words - minimalist puzzle

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs but is quite buggy.

Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE
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Fights in Tight Spaces

Reviewed 3 months ago
CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
DXVKEXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works really well on base MBA M3.

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Cookie Clicker

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly.

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LIMBO

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works well on base MBA.

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Cube Escape: Paradox

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE
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Portal 2

Reviewed 3 months ago
CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
DXVKGOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
40
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works well enough on M3 MBA, but can stutter. Range is 40-55 fps.

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Rusty Lake Hotel

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly but full-screen is a bit buggy.

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Ultimate Chicken Horse

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE
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Ultros

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works great on base MBA 8gb.

CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
DXVKEXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly on base M3 MBA. Msync used, but default sync should be fine too.

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Last Call BBS

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly on base MBA.

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Luna's Fishing Garden

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Works great on M1 MBP.

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The Darkside Detective

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly on MBA.

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Police Stories

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Works on Mac, but I needed to enable a beta to get multiplayer working. Double-check forums to see if this has been updated prior to playing. Other than that, everything worked well.

CrossOver

CrossOver

v24.0
DXVKEXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Worked perfectly under version 24.0, I imagine the same is true under 25.0.

Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
MEDIUM
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

New native port works very well. Playable on a MacBook Air 8gb, but I reduced graphics settings quite a bit to ensure playability. Still playable at higher graphics/res settings though, YMMV.

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Survivors of the Dawn

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs well even on a base MacBook Air, but there can be stutters where there's a lot going on. I would recommend lowering the resolution and some graphics settings for greater playability on an Air.

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Super Inefficient Golf

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly on base MacBook Air, even at high/max settings. Listed as 32-bit but runs natively.

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Machinarium

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly natively.

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FRAMED Collection

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works well but there are some glitches with save files, steam cloud, and uninstalling the game. Just be careful about that.

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Human Fall Flat

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly natively. HOWEVER- controllers do not work, no matter what fix you try to implement.

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Iron Snout

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

UNPLAYABLE
M3 BASE
Graphics:
ULTRA
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Does not launch natively.

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Sudoku Universe / 数独宇宙

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly despite being listed as 32-bit.

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Kill The Crows

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly on base MacBook Air.

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DAVE THE DIVER

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Runs really well on base M1 MacBook Pro.

Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE
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SHENZHEN I/O

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Works perfectly.

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Razerwire:Nanowars

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
ULTRA
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Listed as being windows only, but there is a Mac port (de-listed) available. Plays well.

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Scribblenauts Unlimited

Reviewed 3 months ago
CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
NONEEXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
ULTRA
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

I used 'MSync' synchronization and 'auto' graphics mode. Works well, has some buffering/stuttering only when generating text descriptions/boxes for missions. I did tinker much to figure out if that stuttering could be fixed, I just enjoyed the game.

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Horizon Chase Turbo

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Plays very well; there can be slight lag/stuttering with highly decorated levels, but it is virtually negligible (~5 fps dip). DLC also runs well, no difference in performance between base/DLC.

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TOEM: A Photo Adventure

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Plays perfectly. No issues with stuttering, crashing, etc.

Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Plays very well; some slight stuttering on load, the game can hang if the window is not in focus during launch.

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Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Plays perfectly. Virtually no stuttering - perhaps some under intense load, but that is so infrequent that it is negligible. Played at near-native resolution.

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Return of the Obra Dinn

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Plays perfectly.

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Manifold Garden

Reviewed 3 months ago
CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
DXVKEXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Resolution:
1920x1080
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Played with max graphics, at roughly 1920x1080 resolution. Slight stuttering during high loading, and some very light thermal throttling during end-game puzzles (MacBook Air M3, 8GB) but no significant stutters, hang-ups, or crashes. Plays excellently.

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Mad Max

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M1 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Played in 2023 on a MacBook Pro M1, 8GB. Game ran very well, no serious lag, no huge stutters. In-game resolution was relatively high. Mac port on Steam is de-listed but still downloadable after purchase (see also SteamDB for confirmation).

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Schedule I

Reviewed 3 months ago
CrossOver

CrossOver

v25.0.1
D3D_METALPLAYABLE
M3 BASE
Graphics:
MEDIUM
FPS:
40
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Playable, but the framerate tends to die after a while due to thermal throttling (MacBook Air M3 8GB). Otherwise playable, though laggy. Multiplayer through Steam works perfectly.

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Stardew Valley

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
ULTRA
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly on MacBook Air M3 (8gb). There can be some glitches with Game Mode activation, but swiping in and out of the (fullscreen) window fixes it.

Native

Native

UNPLAYABLE
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

There is a Mac port available on Steam (de-listed). The port is 32-bit, therefore it does not run on modern MacOS.

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Fort Solis

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

PLAYABLE
M1 BASE
Graphics:
LOW
FPS:
30
Hardware:
M1 BASE

Review Note:

Played on M1 MacBook Pro (8Gb) (+has a fan) and even here, it was difficult to reach consistent 30fps. Likely very hard to play on a fanless laptop. Low resolutions were necessary- still looks decent enough to play in both full screen and windowed. Low framerate does not impact gameplay much as it is very much an exploration/walking sim game with some QTEs. Note - QTEs are notably harder with lower FPS. YMMV with this game.

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Bulb Boy

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

GOOD
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Marked as 32-bit only on Steam, but as of May 2023, the game still worked on post-32-bit MacOS versions. Runs well, slight stuttering in sections.

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80 Days

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

Runs perfectly on M3 MacBook Air.

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DREDGE

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

EXCELLENT
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

No stutters, no lag. Plays great with all DLC and without, both in fullscreen and windowed. Native port available on Steam and the App Store.

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The LEGO® Movie - Videogame

Reviewed 3 months ago
Native

Native

UNPLAYABLE
M3 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
Hardware:
M3 BASE

Review Note:

32-bit binary app; Mac port is available (albeit delisted) but the game does not launch on Sequoia 15.4.1.